Recognition: Odisha CM Patnaik receives the certificates from a Guinness World Records official on Friday.
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The Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium has been formally recognised as the largest fully-seated hockey stadium on the planet.
Guinness World Records officers handed over a certificates to this impact to the Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik forward of India’s Pro League recreation in opposition to newly-crowned World champion Germany in entrance of a cheering capability crowd.
Built from scratch in simply 15 months for the recently-held World Cup, the stadium can seat 20,011 with uninterrupted viewing expertise and boasts of world-class amenities — for gamers and viewers.
“This recognition is a testament that our state Odisha has come a long way and has made a mark on the international sports map. It is a matter of great pride for all of us and I thank everyone who was part of this project, the people of Sundargarh and the hockey fans for their unconditional support to the sport. It inspired us to accomplish this Herculean task. I dedicate this recognition to the people of Odisha,” CM Patnaik stated whereas receiving the award.
